
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Carpinteria, CA from $1,700 (22 Rentals)
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4880 Sandyland Rd, Unit 27

Costa Del Mar

Casa Romana

3375 Foothill Rd

Seashell Apartments

Villa Flores Apartments
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510 Chapala St

1016 E Canon Perdido St

1317 Punta Gorda Street

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121 Santa Ynez St

405 Corona del Mar
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201 Ladera St
Outer East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer East Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer East Santa Barbara Studio Apartments | $2,770 | $2,770 | $2,770 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,697 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,661 | $3,195 | $7,500 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,425 | $4,850 | $10,000+ |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer East Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Carpinteria, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer East Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Santa Barbara area of Carpinteria, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,450. Shepard Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,700. Here are the most affordable Outer East Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Carpinteria, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Shepard Place | 1 Bed Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3,495 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,500 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Santa Barbara, CA
As of April 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Santa Barbara area is the $8.89 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at 825 De la Vina St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $12,000. The second greatest value Outer East Santa Barbara apartment is the 603 W Anapamu St Model at 603 W Anapamu St starting at $4,850 with a $3.76 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Santa Barbara apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 825 De la Vina St | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $8.89 |
| 603 W Anapamu St | 603 W Anapamu St | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.76 |
| 415 Rancheria St, Unit 2 | 415 Rancheria St | 4BR,1.5BA | $5.04 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.78 |
| Shepard Place | 1 Bed Partial B | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
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Best Local Schools in Outer East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Santa Barbara Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer East Santa Barbara is starting from $3,195 at Shepard Place.
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